L3 Head Injuries 2020 PDF

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2020

London Ambulance Service

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head injuries trauma management emergency care pre-hospital care

Summary

This document is a guide to managing head injuries in emergency care settings. It covers various components of managing head injuries, from the mechanism of injury to potential complications and treatments.

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Support the management of trauma in the emergency and urgent care setting Component 8 Head Injuries Head Injuries - Component 8 Objectives Describe mechanisms associated with head injuries Describe the signs, sympto...

Support the management of trauma in the emergency and urgent care setting Component 8 Head Injuries Head Injuries - Component 8 Objectives Describe mechanisms associated with head injuries Describe the signs, symptoms and complications of head injuries Explain the treatment for head injuries and when intervention from a senior clinician may be required © Department of Clinical Education & 2 Standards Head Injuries - Component 8 Head Injuries Common causes of traumatic brain injury (TBI) include: Road traffic collisions (RTCs) Falls Assault Direct blows to the head The worst outcomes are associated with: Penetrating injuries Non-accidental injury in children

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